Stroke Prevention for the Not-so-Old

At the 2011 annual stroke meeting, the Centers for Disease Control reported that strokes are becoming more frequent in younger populations. That means you. But, doctors also stress that simple lifestyle modifications can significantly reduce the potential for stroke later in life. Here’s what you should do now. Sparing Calories at the Risk of Stroke? […]

by Diana Tucker

A Picture of Health: 5 Things to Do Now

With all the health advice available, it’s sometimes difficult to know what to do—and what really applies to us. We’ll make it easier for you. Here’s a decade-by-decade guide to what you should be doing now: In your 30s Start building muscle Studies show that even people who manage to maintain their exact weight still […]

by Kerrie Kennedy